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Myths and Realities »

The right to health is recognised in numerous international and regional treaties as a fundamental part of human rights. Many countries around the world have included the right to health in their constitution. This means that governments must create the conditions so that every citizen can enjoy the best state of health possible.

Health is not immune to some myths; and when the health of lesbians is concerned, we are confronted with many stereotypes linked to sexual orientation and gender that can have adverse consequences on the health of lesbians. Unfortunately, due to the lack of information and public awareness campaigns, some false beliefs and prejudices are driven by lesbians themselves, as well as by health care professionals. Though some misconceptions and stereotypes also apply to women’s health and to homosexuality in general, we have decided here to focus specifically on those related to lesbians' health.…